Obesity Among Chilean

School Children

(FAO-University of Chile-INTA ).

Obesity Among Chilean

School Children

(FAO-University of Chile-INTA ).

Nutrional Status

Nutrional Status

Food Consumptio

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Food Consumptio

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Physical

Activity

Physical

Activity

The obesity is one of the main problems in Chilean Children:

The obesity has increased:

Strategy: “Healthy Schools” were created.

Boys:From 5.1% to 14.7%

Girls: From 4.0% to 15.8%

Reality in Schools: -The teacher’s lack of nutrition knowledge.-The inapropiate educational materials.-Difficulty in obtaining govermental support.

Study: The Chilean’s weight- height were measured by: Seca Model. According to Age (8-13), from 3ª to 7ª grade, and sex.

Result: The obesity in schools is high.Boys: 13.1%Girls: 14.8%The prevalence of chilhood obesity among Chilean children is similar to those observe in USA.

Study:They selected 19 food items. (FFQ)-Dairy products-Fruits-Vegetables-Legumes-Fish-Bread

Result: -Dairy products: The amount consumed was 1.2- 1.5%.-Fruits&Vegetables:Low in all age groups (2.2, 2.8 serving/day).-Bread: The intake of bread was very high .-The intake of snacks was very high (boys ate 10 snacks per day and girls 8).

Study: The students were asked about the nª of hours they spend on the screen and the frequency they spend doinf PA.

Result: The amount of time is considerable in weekends and during schools days. Time/week: More than 4 hours.